(LEAD) Senior U.S. official hails S. Korea as punching far above its weight in chip production, expertise (opens original article in a new tab)

A senior U.S. official highlighted South Korea's significant role in semiconductor production and expressed expectations for its contribution to AI supply chain security during the Pax Silica summit. The U.S. introduced initiatives like Pax Pass and the Declaration on AI Opportunity to promote trusted trade and AI development.

• Senior U.S. official praised South Korea's semiconductor production and expertise
• South Korea participates in Pax Silica summit to strengthen AI supply chain security
• U.S. announced Pax Pass initiative and Declaration on AI Opportunity to enhance trusted trade and AI development